Clear Spring (Four Thousand Words)

"Isn't this just an ordinary Savage Bone Relic made from the teeth of the White Spirit Heavenly Snake and the Heavenly Star Insect?"

Yi Yun held the glittering Bone Relic, examining it several times before asking Luo Huo'er a question in confusion.

Luo Huo'er was stunned for a moment. "Are you kidding me?! How can you recognize this?"

Although Luo Huo'er knew that Yi Yun had an extremely high talent for the Savage Heaven Technique, Yi Yun 'Yi Yun talent had previously been reflected in energy refining, and she had not yet seen his talent in the true identification of energy.

Energy identification is not easy and requires a wealth of experience.

Many skilled Savage Heaven Master have immersed themselves in the art for decades or even centuries may not be able to accurately identify the materials used to make every relic. How long has Yi Yun been learning Savage Heaven Technique? Besides, he spent a considerable amount of time in the Divine Desolate Realm; how could he have practiced Savage Heaven Technique then?

However, the Savage Bone Relic in Luo Huo'er's hand is made of mixed materials, yet Yi Yun accurately predicted its value.

Now that her true intentions had been exposed, Luo Huo'er couldn't continue her story. Seeing Yi Yun still hesitating and confused, Luo Huo'er became angry and embarrassed, "Why are you talking so much nonsense! Are you going to eat it or not?"

Yi Yun was speechless. This was a matter of great importance; he had accepted the challenge of fighting Murong Fei, and if something went wrong, the consequences could be dire.

This ordinary-looking Savage Bone Relic in my hand, could it really restore me to my peak condition if I ate it? Nobody would believe it!

However, at this point, Yi Yun had no choice but to try anything, even if it seemed hopeless. He could only pray that Luo Huo'er wasn't really playing a prank; at a time like this, for her to pull such a prank was simply too wicked.

Yi Yun swallowed the relic in his hand in one gulp.

Seeing that Yi Yun still had a "you're kidding me" expression even after swallowing the relic, Luo Huo'er felt that she really couldn't explain herself anymore.

It happened so suddenly that she hadn't figured out how to cover it up. But thinking about it, it seemed impossible to cover it up anyway.

Luo Huo'er's face darkened, and she said to Yi Yun in a threatening tone, "Boy, I'm warning you, don't tell anyone what happened later. If anyone asks how you recovered your strength, just say that I gave you a special medicine!"

Luo Huo'er came from a special background, so she figured no one would doubt her statement.

She was originally sent to Tai'a Divine City by a member of her Lineage who was stationed near the Tai'a Divine Kingdom. She didn't know this Lineage member's status in the Tai'a Divine Kingdom. In Luo Huo'er's opinion, he must have been doing quite poorly. Otherwise, why would he be assigned here?

However, it seems that this guy is doing quite well in this area, so much so that Luo Huo'er was not only recommended to Tai'a Divine City, but also brought her maid Dong'er with her. Bringing servants into Tai'a Divine City is a privilege that many young masters from noble families do not enjoy.

Under these circumstances, Luo Huo'er's identity remained shrouded in mystery in Tai'a Divine City. People speculated that she might have an extraordinary background, but it was also strange that if she came from such a distinguished family, why would she come to Tai'a Divine City to train instead of training within her own clan's territory?

This is truly inexplicable.

Upon hearing Luo Huo'er's words, Yi Yun was slightly taken aback. He had already vaguely guessed that Luo Huo'er probably had some astonishing secret that she didn't want anyone to know. And clearly, her ability to heal her injuries had nothing to do with the relic.

"You're not going to tell anyone, huh...?"

"Yes! Otherwise you can... um?" Luo Huo'er gave a strong "um" to express the intensity of her tone. At the same time, she raised her pink little fist and waved it in front of Yi Yun, using what she thought was the fiercest posture to express how terrible the punishment for Yi Yun's leak would be.

"Don't think that just because I look delicate and pretty, I'm weak. Hmph, you're naive!"

Luo Huo'er said with considerable confidence, although generally, the more someone talks like that, the weaker and more pathetic they are, like a fool like Murong Guang.

However, when it came to Luo Huo'er, Yi Yun felt for some reason that this girl was probably not someone to mess with.

"Alright, no time left! Close your eyes, and don't peek. If you do, I'll gouge your eyes out!"

Luo Huo'er said fiercely, and Yi Yun had no choice but to close his eyes.

Then, Yi Yun felt his body suddenly covered by a layer of light membrane, which cut off Yi Yun's senses.

"Um?"

As Yi Yun was wondering what was going on, he suddenly felt a cool, refreshing force enveloping him.

He felt as if he were soaking in the purest water, his whole body relaxed, the layers of water gently washing over him like a young girl's caress, incredibly comfortable.

This is...

Yi Yun was shocked. He really wanted to open his eyes and see what Luo Huo'er had done.

But remembering Luo Huo'er's words, Yi Yun held back.

There's no doubt that Luo Huo'er risked exposing her secret by helping him. Therefore, Yi Yun naturally wouldn't take the initiative to look into it.

Within that clear, flowing water, there seemed to be a wondrous energy. It was like a clear spring, slowly flowing along Yi Yun's pores and acupoints, into Yi Yun meridians, nourishing his dantian, internal organs, and even bone marrow.

Subtly, Yi Yun felt his strength gradually recovering, and even his right hand, which had almost had its meridians severed due to using the Pure Yang Sword Palace's Sword Intent, was slowly recovering.

Is this even possible!?

Yi Yun was truly stunned.

As his body gradually recovered, and feeling the clear flowing water, Yi Yun seemed to experience an unprecedented joy of life, something he had never even imagined before.

Just as a couple who have never tasted the forbidden fruit cannot experience the joy of love, Yi Yun had never imagined that such wondrous pleasure existed in the world.

Yi Yun felt like a fish that had been away from the sea for a long time and had just returned to the water. He swam freely, stretching his limbs and relaxing his body. Every muscle and every inch of his skin was completely relaxed.

The clear spring water flowing into his body continuously accumulated energy within Yi Yun. Yi Yun felt a very subtle change occurring in his physique. This change was extremely imperceptible; one could not find it by careful perception, yet it seemed to exist undeniably...

Just then, Yi Yun felt as if a pair of soft, cool, smooth, and delicate arms embraced him. The pleasure he felt during this embrace reached its peak, and in that instant, Yi Yun felt the cool energy within his body, as if catalyzed, truly merge into his flesh and blood, becoming inseparable from it.

This feeling is absolutely wonderful.

Unfortunately, it was fleeting, like a dream, so much so that Yi Yun doubted whether a pair of girl's arms had really embraced him just now.

Looking inward, Yi Yun discovered that he had recovered to an excellent state. More than 90% of his injuries had healed, and his vitality and physical strength had almost returned to their peak.

Now, even if Yi Yun were to unleash the Golden Crow Totem again, or unleash the full power of the Pure Yang Sword Palace's Sword Intent, it wouldn't be a problem!

That's amazing!?

Yi Yun truly found it unbelievable.

"Alright!"

Just then, Luo Huo'er's voice rang in Yi Yun's ears.

"Can you open your eyes now?" Yi Yun asked.

"I won't stop you from keeping it closed." Luo Huo'er replied curtly.

Yi Yun was speechless. He opened his eyes and saw Luo Huo'er dressed in an exquisite dress, standing gracefully. At this moment, her eyebrows were as delicate as willow leaves, and her face was rosy, but there was a hint of paleness on her lovely lips that made people feel sorry for her.

It seems... using that secret technique just now had taken a toll on her.

Yi Yun felt a surge of pity and gratitude. He suddenly realized that Luo Huo'er, who usually did no good deeds and had a bad temper, was actually quite adorable.

Yi Yun was about to say thank you when Luo Huo'er suddenly said, "Why are you staring at me like that?"

Luo Huo'er's gaze was somewhat evasive. Like a little rabbit, she quickly retreated four or five meters away, as if she wanted to draw a line between herself and Yi Yun.

Yi Yun's words of thanks were abruptly cut off. "Just now..."

Yi Yun had only uttered two words when Luo Huo'er interrupted Yi Yun, saying, "What are you still standing there for? If you don't go now, you'll lose the competition!"

After hearing Luo Huo'er's words, Yi Yun knew that Luo Huo'er didn't want to talk about these things, so he let it go.

He didn't say thank you, but simply nodded solemnly, and in a flash, he rushed out of the small courtyard.

As Yi Yun rushed out of the courtyard, he inadvertently saw Dong'er, with her short legs and two little braids, standing on the corner of the courtyard wall. She had moved two bricks from somewhere and was now peering into the courtyard from the top of the wall, standing on the bricks!

The young maid seemed slow to react. She didn't realize that Yi Yun was about to come out. By the time Yi Yun rushed out of the courtyard and disappeared, she belatedly realized what was happening and hurriedly turned around.

As a result, she and Yi Yun stared at each other, and the atmosphere became somewhat awkward for a moment.

"Uh..." Dong'er's face flushed red. She pointed to the courtyard and said shyly, "I just... wanted to take a look..."

Seeing Dong'er's expression, Yi Yun found it amusing. "Then you can continue watching."

As he spoke, Yi Yun's figure flashed again and disappeared completely.

"Dong'er!!"

Just then, a cold voice rang out. Dong'er appeared when Luo Huo'er was halfway through her secret technique. Luo Huo'er was focused on the technique and didn't know it at the time, but she naturally found out later.

Dong'er was startled. She hurriedly climbed down from the bricks and obediently walked into the courtyard.

"Miss... Dong'er came along, and when she saw light in the courtyard, she peeked out..."

Dong'er shrank her neck, like a child who had done something wrong.

Luo Huo'er's face was cold. Actually, it didn't matter if Dong'er saw her. Healing Yi Yun and fighting in front of the Lord of Tai'a Divine City were two different things. Just based on this, even if some secrets were revealed, people would only think that she had some kind of fortuitous encounter and miraculous skills, and would not doubt whether she was human.

Given her background, no one will touch her because of that.

However, if her race is recognized, it will be troublesome. Although she can notify her Lineage and seek protection, and no one can do anything to her, it will bring great trouble to her Lineage. In that case, she will definitely be punished by her father.

Luo Huo'er felt helpless, thinking of her father who usually indulged her whims but became stern at crucial moments.

"Um..." While Luo Huo'er was lost in thought, Dong'er, who had made a mistake, glanced at Luo Huo'er furtively and asked in a low voice, "Miss, why did you hug Brother Yi Yun at the end?"

Hearing Dong'er's words, Luo Huo'er's face darkened. She glanced at Dong'er and said coldly, "You've misunderstood!"

"Huh?" Dong'er was taken aback, shook her head in confusion, but still said confidently, "I didn't see wrong..."

Luo Huo'er remained silent, her pretty face seemingly dripping with moisture.

Dong'er, who wasn't very quick to react, hadn't quite understood yet. She was still fixated on the question from before and was about to ask it again when suddenly two little hands pinched her chubby little face!

Luo Huo'er pinched Dong'er's chubby cheeks with both hands and pulled them apart.

"Ouch! That hurts!"

Dong'er called out, and she was forced to make a face, her little mouth stretched out.

However, Luo Huo'er didn't let go or say anything, she just kept pulling. After more than ten breaths, Dong'er's tears came out. Based on her past experience, this kind of thing must have happened because she did something wrong or said something wrong.

Dong'er finally realized what was happening. She rubbed her face and said, feeling wronged, "I think I... I must have seen wrong..."

"Um..."

Luo Huo'er nodded in satisfaction and finally let go of her hand.

But... she was still unhappy.

In fact, she originally thought that with her strength, she could easily heal Yi Yun's injuries, but she did not expect that healing Yi Yun's injuries required too much energy, far exceeding Luo Huo'er's imagination.

Ninety percent of Luo Huo'er's healing power has been transferred into Yi Yun's body, but it's still not enough.

Left with no other choice, Luo Huo'er used the "Fusion Technique" at the end of the secret technique, allowing Yi Yun's flesh and meridians to perfectly integrate the healing power.

If Luo Huo'er's healing power for Yi Yun was initially a quantitative increase, then in an instant later it was a qualitative leap.

However, the "Art of Fusion" requires physical contact and cannot transmit energy remotely.

When Luo Huo'er was extremely exhausted, this was the only move she could use to avoid ruining the secret technique.

"That toad got off too easy! My first embrace was with him!" Luo Huo'er hadn't thought things through when she used the secret technique, but now she felt increasingly cheated. "It's all because of my mother, teaching me this kind of technique. Doesn't it mean I can only use it on my husband or other women from now on? Forget it, I won't practice it again!"

Thinking this, Luo Huo'er kicked a stone on the ground. "Hmm, I'll just think of it as hugging a pet dog. I hugged my family dog when I was little!"

Luo Huo'er comforted herself, and slowly began to feel better.

[I set my alarm, slept for three hours, wrote four thousand words, and am posting them all at once.]

...(To be continued~^~)